Join the Black Educational Advocacy Coalition (BEAC) June 16th-22nd, 2026 for a cultural and heritage journey in Ghana. An 8-day, 7-night heritage and history expedition to Ghana, West Africa. Mark your calendars for this week-long journey into the heart of West African Culture and History.

David J Braun, J.D. provided legal updates for attendees at BEAC’s 4th Annual Equity Conference. He is a partner at Miller, Tracy, Braun, Funk & Miller, Ltd. and adjunct faculty at Illinois State University in the College of Education. This article is not a substitute for legal advice.

BEAC provides school districts, administrators, teachers, and staff with professional development training on culturally responsive instruction because it is a proven, non-biased tool to help improve student outcomes, especially students from historically underserved communities.